Social Media Intern

Written By Shapely Staff

Shapely was founded in 2014 by Iya Thomas to provide a need. At the time plus size events were elusive. If you were looking for plus size friendly events you needed to visit many different resources thus, Shapely was created and since our inception we have been the superior online directory for plus size friendly events.

Since then, we have expanded into developing premium multimedia content and information relevant to the plus size community. As we scale our business in 2022 and on to 2023, we are looking for talented individuals who love plus size people, content and events to join our team.

Social Media Interns play a pivotal part in supporting Shapely with achieving its mission. 

Job Description

A Social Media Intern, or Social Media Marketing Intern, is responsible for assisting in a range of marketing initiatives within Shapely. Duties include tracking analytics for social media campaigns, creating social media posting schedules and writing captions for social media posts.

Social Media Interns support the digital media staff to develop and implement outreach and promotional campaigns to boost brand engagement and increase revenue.

 Responsibilities

  • Research/have knowledge of industry-related topics

  • Assist with the design and execution of social media campaigns

  • Create weekly and monthly editorial calendars to promote Shapely's brands on various social media websites

  • Create and distribute content such as blogs, infographics, videos and press releases on social media and traditional news outlets

  • Track social media engagement to identify high-performing ideas and campaigns for scalability

  • Support team at during online event(s)

  • Perform social media marketing research

  • Assist on influencer campaign strategy

  • Respond to comments and DMs on social media platforms

  • Brainstorm and research ideas for original content

  • Write social media captions that speak to the Shapely's target audience

  • Help create and edit short-form videos

  • Develop new strategies for increasing engagement

  • Ensure Shapely's message is consistent

  • Identifying new social media tools and find real-time online conversations.

  • Organize tasks to meet deadlines. 

  • Work according to schedules to meet marketing and business goals.  

  • Edit and proofread written pieces before publication

  • Conduct keyword research and use SEO guidelines to optimize content

  • Interact with Shapely’s audience

Requirements

  • Hands-on experience with Content Management Systems (e.g. Trello, Later, Canva)

  • Excellent writing and editing skills in English

  • Be able to edit original works

  • Be familiar with Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok

  • Efficient time-management skills

  • Familiarity with Marketing, English, Journalism or relevant field

This position has a 60 day probationary period and is up for review every six months. This position is remote and part-time.

To apply for this opportunity please, email your resume to info@shapelyevents.com and include “Social Media Intern” in the subject line.

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